Taking a breather at the Loews Atlanta.
I’m a big believer in self-care and consider it the best medicine to counteract stress. Unfortunately, it isn’t something that weaves its way into my life organically. Between carpools, work deadlines and mothering three kids, I often find that eating three meals and going to bed early is the closest I get to self-care each day. So when I walked into the lobby of the Loews Atlanta Hotel for an overnight respite, I was determined to focus on giving myself some much needed R&R. To my delight, this 26-story, 414-room Midtown property is chock full of amenities focused on rejuvenating an often-rundown soul like mine.
REST
My Grand Luxury Suite, a corner one-bedroom with floor-to-ceiling windows and blackout curtains overlooking the Atlanta skyline, was equipped with all the amenities I needed to truly rest. I first made use of the king-sized bed, dressed in buttery soft, 300-thread-count Egyptian cotton sheets, for a long nap. The alcove bathroom with a soaking tub, Julien Farel products and a flat screen television also gave me the opportunity to indulge in a hot bath while watching my favorite HGTV shows. The modernly designed suite, done in cream, charcoal gray and muted mauve accents, had a dining table, desk and separate living space with a television, ideal for putting up my feet while taking in the stunning panoramic city views.
RELAX AND REBALANCE
Stretching the entire seventh floor, the 7,886-square-foot Exhale Spa was just the place for me to take my relaxation to the next level. A 60-minute, deep tissue massage worked out all the kinks before I took my time in the co-ed hammam detox chamber and sauna. I emerged from the mist a more centered and calmer person. For those who like to work out stress with exercise, Exhale also has a well-equipped gym and numerous fitness classes from yoga and Pilates to HIIT cardio and barre.
REFUEL
A healthy diet is at the top of my self-care priority list. At Saltwood Charcuterie & Bar, I savored each bite. Dinner was tuna tartare with shallots, pickled avocado and horseradish crème to start, followed by a plate of seared scallops and grits. I paired it with a Dry Summer non-alcoholic cocktail of guava, mango, passion fruit, pineapple juice, peach puree and a blood orange floater, all topped off with soda water. The mocktail was a refreshing pick off of Saltwood’s new low- and no-ABV beverage menu. The next morning at breakfast, I sipped a cold-pressed juice bottled by Arden’s Garden and delighted in an avocado toast with roasted tomato, pickled red onion, micro greens and two eggs over easy—quite a step up from my usual breakfast. The lobby-level restaurant also offers a customizable salad experience at lunchtime coined “Harvest” where diners have the option of more than 80 ingredients. Choose from freshly grilled proteins, fruits and vegetables, seeds and grains, locally sourced oils, vinegars and cheeses as well as house-made dressings and a variety of salts and spices. No matter the size of the salad creation, it’s $18 and includes a beverage and dessert.
The Loews may be located smack in the middle of a bustling city, but its pampering amenities gave me just the dose of peace I needed in my often-hurried life. While I continue to strive to add more self-care into my daily routine, it’s nice to know the Loews is just a few miles away if needed.
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